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Straight
Track: News For Railroaders
STRAIGHT TRACK #273
Back To The Basics: How To
Complete An On-The-Job Injury Report
Railroads have a system in place as to how to respond if you claim an
injury while on duty. YOU need to know what to expect if injured at work
and how to complete an on-the-job injury report to protect yourself and
your family.
STRAIGHT TRACK #272
Lincoln Rides to the Rescue of
Injured Railroaders
Abraham Lincoln's work as a lawyer for railroads is well known. But a
new book on Lincoln's 25-year legal career shows that Lincoln was also
one of the first attorneys in the country to champion an injured
railroad employee.
STRAIGHT TRACK #271
So They Claim…
Why Dealing With The Railroad Isn’t
In Your Best Interest
"You don't need to talk to an attorney. Give me a chance to take care of
you." If you have been injured on the railroad you probably have heard
those words.
STRAIGHT TRACK #270
Don't Be Taken For A Ride
When we talk to the members at union meetings there is one question that
is asked on a regular basis. "Should I ride in a motor vehicle driven by
one of my fellow employees or a company official?"
STRAIGHT TRACK #269
For A Limited Time Only
Let's get right to the point - the FELA has a three (3) year statute of
limitations. That means, if you are injured at work, you have three (3)
years from the date of the accident, or when you should have known of
your injury, in which to file a lawsuit or settle your claim against
your employer railroad. If you do not file a lawsuit within that time
limit, you are forever barred from doing so. | Read More Articles for
Railroaders & Their Families |
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THE FACTS: Railroad
Accidents & Injuries
Work related injuries to railroad workers are governed by a law originally passed by Congress in 1908 called the Federal Employers' Liability Act (FELA). Under FELA you are not entitled to recover monetary damages from the railroad for your injury merely because you were injured on-duty. Find out more how
Hoey & Farina can help you with its Focus, Experience, Team Approach & Personal Approach.
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RECENT RESULTS
$12,652,000 -- FELA
-- 25 year old conductor
$4,200,000
-- FELA
-- 33 year old switchman
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We work in a bilingual environment, counseling individuals who are English and/or Spanish speaking.
Hoey & Farina's Location
Conveniently located just outside of Chicago's Loop in the Printer's Row neighborhood, just steps away from the Federal Courthouse.
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About Hoey & Farina
Hoey & Farina P.C. are union designated FELA lawyers for injured railroad employees and workers. For free legal advice and counsel 24 hours per day on railroad accident, injury and death claims & rights, call toll free at 1-888-425-1212.
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